Georgia Permit Practice Test 7 (2026)
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From the official handbook, 2023-2024, Sections 5, 7, 8, 9 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the DDS. Georgia Driver's Manual
Question 1 of 20
How much of the lane is a motorcycle allowed?
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Answer: The full width of the lane
Do not share a lane with a motorcycle; pass in the adjacent lane.
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Question 2 of 20
Your car starts to skid. What should you do?
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Answer: Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid
Once you regain control, brake lightly and steer to safety.
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Question 3 of 20
What is the maximum fine for a first Move Over law violation?
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Answer: $500
More police officers are killed by traffic crashes than by any other line-of-duty cause.
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Question 4 of 20
A bicyclist rides in the middle of the lane. Is that legal?
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Answer: Yes; the law allows bicyclists the full lane
Yield to a bicyclist as you would to another motorist.
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Question 5 of 20
Your car is hydroplaning. What should you do?
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Answer: Take your foot off the accelerator and let the car slow
Good tires and lower speed on wet roads prevent hydroplaning.
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Question 6 of 20
Under Georgia's Move Over law, what do you do when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
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Answer: Move over a lane if safe; otherwise slow below the limit and be ready to stop
It also covers sanitation and utility service vehicles; the first offense fine is up to $500.
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Question 7 of 20
May you drive or park in a bike lane?
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Answer: No, except to cross it to turn
When crossing a bike lane to turn, yield to bicyclists in it.
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Question 8 of 20
What can passing a stopped school bus cost in Georgia?
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Answer: Up to a $1,000 fine and up to 6 points
It requires a court appearance, and drivers under 21 lose their license.
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Question 9 of 20
You cannot change lanes to pass a bicycle. How fast may you pass?
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Answer: At least ten mph under the limit or 25 mph, whichever is more, with three feet of space
If possible, change into a lane not next to the bicycle; violations cost up to $250.
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Question 10 of 20
Where may bicyclists legally ride in Georgia?
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Answer: On every road except interstates and limited-access highways
They may use the full lane and are not required to use a bike lane.
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Question 11 of 20
Driving on a snowy or icy road, how should you brake?
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Answer: Gently, slowing down gradually; never brake suddenly
Test your brakes gently when you first enter the road, and keep extra distance.
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Question 12 of 20
What is the minimum legal space for passing a bicyclist in Georgia?
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Answer: 3 feet
Leave plenty of room in case the rider swerves around a pothole.
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Question 13 of 20
Where are car-motorcycle crashes most likely?
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Answer: At intersections
Usually a car driver does not see the motorcycle and turns into its path.
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Question 14 of 20
A motorcycle's turn signal is flashing. What should you do?
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Answer: Wait to be sure the rider is turning before you proceed
Many motorcycle signals do not cancel on their own.
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Question 15 of 20
What does a steady yellow light warn you of?
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Answer: The light is changing from green to red
Slow down and prepare to stop.
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Question 16 of 20
What does a steady red light mean?
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Answer: Stop completely before the crosswalk or intersection and wait for green
Right turns on red are allowed after a full stop unless a sign prohibits them.
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Question 17 of 20
You must stop or slow down suddenly. What does Georgia law require?
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Answer: Give a hand, arm or brake-light stop signal
Drivers behind you need a warning when you slow down.
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Question 18 of 20
Which children must ride in a child restraint suited to their height and weight?
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Answer: Children under eight
Taxis and public transit are exempt; the restraint must meet federal standard 213.
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Question 19 of 20
What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?
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Answer: You may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
Oncoming traffic still has a green light.
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Question 20 of 20
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
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Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution
You do not have to stop, but take care.
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